The White/Perrin ocean house comes from Dock4 Architecture and it is located in Bull Bay, North Bruny Island, Tasmania. The owners were so fascinated by the site’s features such as the beautiful coast landscapes and the secluded beach, that they considered building a home there a must. The steepest part of the area was chosen which means dramatic views of the ocean. Energy efficiency was another factor that the architects considered when building this fantastic residence. Wide windows ensure a large amount of natural light and the timber creates a good house insulation.The wooden exterior matches the environment and creates a complete harmony. A remote location, the freedom of the ocean and a fantastic architecture are this home’s most impressive characteristics. -via Arch Daily
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By Lavinia
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I think that crib was built for me. Look at that deck and balcony.
Minimal, natural, and, comteporary
Really? Are those windows triple glazed argon-filled low-emissivity glass? Because otherwise they’re losing heat every second, and with windows that large, that’s a LOT of heat. Also, timber has a low R-value (resistance to heat flow) compared to a conventional stud wall with insulation and sheathing. Finally, the house is raised off the ground and built on a steep slope, both of which greatly increase exposure to the elements. This is definitely not an energy efficient house, just from looking at the pictures. That said, it’s quite beautiful.